The Paralegal for our busy Workers' Comp law practice at our Glen Burnie office.
The paralegal will be responsible for effectively maintaining client files assigned to him/her.
This will require speaking with clients, insurance companies, healthcare providers, and other parties involved in the client's case.
The Paralegal will work directly with the attorney to efficiently resolve cases.
A strong work ethic and attention to detail are required to perform these functions.
*Responsibilities and Duties:*
- Maintaining frequent contact with clients and assisting clients in advancing their claims.
- Obtaining relevant documentation from various parties related to the case.
- Processing claims paperwork.
- Keeping accurate records of all work and organizing within client's file.
- Timely addressing any issues.
- Draft, compile and organize evidence for workers' compensation hearings and court proceedings.
- Assist with discovery to help the attorney identify, locate and analyze evidence.
- Prepare exhibits for hearings by compiling, reviewing and analyzing medical, vocational, and other relevant records.
- Answer office phones and assist with general office work.
*Qualifications:*
- Must be available to work Monday through Friday during normal business hours.
- Must be proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel), and Internet browsers (Explorer, Chrome, Firefox).
- Ideal candidate will have excellent telephone skills and strong interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work efficiently and accurately under pressure and present a positive, professional image with colleagues, professional staff, and vendors.
- Bilingual (Spanish) is a plus.
*Experience:*
- Workers' Compensation law office experience required.
- Computer literate and able to learn software utilized by the firm.
Experience researching case law.
*Benefits:*
* Health insurance
* 401k
* Paid time off
* Flexible schedule
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
* 401(k)
* 401(k) matching
* Health insurance
* Paid time off
Schedule:
* 8 hour shift
* Monday to Friday
Experience:
* Microsoft Office: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: In person